The Novice
Synopsis
A college freshman joins her university's rowing team and undertakes an obsessive physical and psychological journey to make it to the top varsity boat, no matter the cost.
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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Official TrailerOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2021-11-09
Top Cast
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Isabelle Fuhrman
Alex
Amy Forsyth
Jamie
Dilone
Dani
Jonathan Cherry
Coach Pete
Kate Drummond
Coach Edwards
Charlotte Ubben
Erin
Sage Irvine
Janssen
Chantelle Bishop
Highsmith
Jeni Ross
Winona
Nikki Duval
Try-Hard
Eve Kanyo
Groundman
Neil Babcock
Frat Boy
Robert Ifedi
Bouncer
Kialeigh Magee
Moore
Jeff Scott Whal
Bartender
Nigel Holt
Dani's Guitarist
Al Bernstein
Dean
Release History & Theatrical Window
Streaming Window: 0 DaysDeauville American Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
December 17, 2021
Wide Cinema Exhibition
December 17, 2021
VOD & Digital Platforms
April 28, 2026
Physical Home Media
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
Undisclosed
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
$24K
Total global ticket sales
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Lauren Hadaway
- Screenplay & Story
- Lauren Hadaway
- Original Score
- Alex Weston
- Original Title
- The Novice
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English, Portuguese
- Runtime
- 1h 37m
- Worldwide Gross
- $24K
- Production Studios
- Picture Movers Anonymous, H2L Media Group
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Lauren Hadaway
Lauren Hadaway
Alex Weston
Todd Martin
Lauren Hadaway, Nathan Nugent
Ryan Hawkins, Kari Hollend, Steven Sims, Zack Zucker, Ryan Bartecki
Department Leadership Roster
Ryan Hawkins
Producer
Kari Hollend
Producer
Steven Sims
Producer
Zack Zucker
Producer
Lauren Hadaway
Director
Lauren Hadaway
Editor
Nathan Nugent
Editor
Eva Kozlova
Production Design
Alex Weston
Original Music Composer
Todd Martin
Director of Photography
Alisa Krost
Costume Design
Lauren Hadaway
Screenplay
Kate Adams
Costume Design
Carson Manning
Stunt Coordinator
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
International Certification Matrix
Suitable only for 15 years and over.
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Novice
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Novice about?
A college freshman joins her university's rowing team and undertakes an obsessive physical and psychological journey to make it to the top varsity boat, no matter the cost.
Who directed The Novice?
The Novice was directed by Lauren Hadaway.
Who stars in The Novice?
The principal cast of The Novice includes Isabelle Fuhrman, Amy Forsyth, Dilone, Jonathan Cherry, Kate Drummond.
When was The Novice released and how long is it?
The Novice was released in 2021 with a total runtime of 1h 37m.
How much did The Novice make at the box office?
The Novice grossed $24K in worldwide ticket sales.
Who composed the musical score for The Novice?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Novice was composed by Alex Weston.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Novice?
The Novice holds official age classifications: GB: 15 (Suitable only for 15 years and over.); US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).